Rigger – Piling Operations

F11 Piling; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

RRSP matching program

Year‑round work

Full-time employment

Competitive wages

Job summary

F11 Piling Solutions is seeking a dependable Rigger to join our Grande Prairie crews in Alberta. This on-site, field role involves working with pile driving and drilling teams on industrial, oil & gas, and heavy construction projects across Alberta and Western Canada.

The right candidate will have rigging and piling experience, knowledge of safe rigging practices, and the ability to work around heavy equipment in variable weather conditions. Travel to project locations may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in rigging, piling, crane operations or heavy civil construction is preferred.
• Knowledge of safe rigging practices and load control is a strong asset.
• Able to work around heavy equipment in outdoor construction conditions.

Responsibilities

• Rig, guide, position, and handle steel piles and materials during installation and removal.
• Coordinate with crane/pile driver operators and supervisors to safely lift and place loads.
• Inspect slings, shackles, hooks, chains, and rigging gear before use.
• Follow hand signals and radio communication for equipment movements.
• Assist with loading, unloading, staging, measuring, and organizing piles on site.

Skills

Rigging experience

Piling experience

Crane operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

F11 Piling Solutions is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Rigger to join our piling crews based in Grande Prairie, Alberta. This is a hands‑on field position working directly with pile driving and drilling crews on industrial, oil and gas, and heavy construction projects throughout Alberta and Western Canada.

Responsibilities

• Rig, guide, position, and handle steel piles and piling materials during installation and removal.
• Work closely with pile driver operators, crane/picker operators, welders, and supervisors to safely execute lifts and piling activities.
• Inspect slings, shackles, hooks, chains, tag lines, and other rigging equipment before use.
• Use proper hand signals and radio communication when directing equipment and suspended loads.
• Assist with loading, unloading, staging, measuring, and organizing piles and materials on site.
• Maintain safe positioning and awareness around cranes, pile drivers, excavators, loaders, trucks, and other heavy equipment.
• Assist with general labour, site setup, equipment preparation, and housekeeping as required.
• Follow lift plans, safe work procedures, hazard assessments, and F11 safety requirements.
• Work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions and travel to project locations as required.

Qualifications

• Previous rigging, piling, crane, oilfield, industrial construction, or heavy civil experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of safe rigging practices, load control, hand signals, and working around suspended loads is a strong asset.
• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment in an active construction environment.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and reliable transportation preferred.
• Current industry safety tickets applicable to Alberta field work are assets (for example CSTS/CSO, First Aid, H2S Alive and Ground Disturbance).
• Physically capable of performing demanding outdoor work, including lifting, climbing, walking on uneven terrain, and working in changing weather conditions.
• Ability to work extended hours and out of town when project schedules require.
• Strong communication skills, reliability, and a team‑first attitude.

Who We’re Looking For

Safety is non‑negotiable. The right candidate understands the risks associated with suspended loads and heavy equipment, communicates clearly with operators and crew members, and stays alert to changing site conditions. We are looking for someone who is dependable, takes direction well, works hard, and contributes to a professional field crew.

What We Offer

• Competitive wages based on experience and qualifications.
• Full‑time employment with opportunities for year‑round work.
• Health and dental benefits.
• RRSP matching program.
• Opportunities to gain experience with specialized piling and drilling equipment.
• Work on a variety of industrial, oil and gas, and heavy construction projects.
• Position: Rigger – Piling Operations
• Industry: Piling / Heavy Construction / Oil & Gas